OT - NATURAL CANDIDA TREATMENTS

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NATURAL TREATMENTS FOR CANDIDA OVERGROWTH:

There are plenty of therapeutic programs to help with the elimination

of candida. It's important to begin all supplements with small doses

and then gradually increase the amount. When candidas are killed,

they release protein fragments and toxins that can trigger an

antibody response from the immune system. This results in a temporary

worsening of symptoms called a die-off or Herxheimer reaction. Many

people begin to notice improvement in their symptoms after two to

four weeks.

Diet: The following dietary measures are part of the standard diet to

control candida [NOTE from Tarra - Obviously, these foods have to be

adapted to your medical problems, and whatever dietary protocol you

otherwise need to follow.]:

• Allowed foods are beef, chicken, eggs, fish, yogurt,

vegetables, nuts, seeds, oils.

• Eliminate refined and simple sugars – no added sugar of any

kind, including white or brown sugar, raw sugar, honey, molasses, or

grain sweeteners. Stevia is an allowed sugar substitute.

• Eat lots of raw garlic

• Avoid milk

• Avoid alcohol, fruit or dried fruit, mushrooms.

• Avoid foods that contain yeast or mold – this includes all

breads, muffins, cakes, baked goods, cheese, dried fruits, melons,

peanuts.

• Increase fiber – One teaspoon to one tablespoon of soluble

fiber containing guar gum, psyllium husks, flaxseeds or pectin can be

mixed in an 8 oz glass of water two times per day on an empty stomach.

Vitamins & Nutritional Supplements: Acidophilus – One capsule

containing the probiotic lactobacillus acidophilus can be ingested

daily. Acidophilus controls candida by making the intestinal tract

more acidic to discourage the growth of candida, and by producing

hydrogen peroxide, which directly kills candida. Research has shown

that supplementing with a hydrogen peroxide-producing strain of

acidophilus; DDS-1 can greatly reduce the incidence of antibiotic-

induced yeast infections. These beneficial bacteria control and help

to restore the microbial balance within the digestive tract.

Enteric-coated volatile oils – Enteric-coated capsules containing

oregano oil, peppermint oil, and other volatile oils can help the

overgrowth of candida. It must be continued for at least several

months. A standard dosage is two capsules two times a day with water,

in between meals. Pure volatile oils can be quite toxic in this

amount so the liquid form of these oils should never be ingested, and

the capsules should not be broken open before ingesting.

Enteric-coated garlic – Garlic capsules that have been enteric-coated

to open when they reach the intestines can be used in combination

with the volatile oils. Once capsule two times per day taken with the

enteric-coated volatile oil is a typical recommendation.

Other valuable supplements are capryllic acid from coconuts, oleic

acid from olive oil, oregano oil, and pau d'arco. There are many

combination products formulated for candida that contain these herbs

and supplements.

Environmental/Lifestyle: Consider talking with your physician about

substitute methods of birth control if you are using oral

contraceptives.

Avoid alcohol and smoking. Both can impair immune function. Try to

stay well-rested and get good-quality sleep.